Saturday, February 14, 2009

This is all I have scheduled on my calendar so far but there will be more as they come up I'm sure!
These are of course in addition to all of the local upcoming children's consignment sales I have listed on my blog here!
These are just as few of my favorites that are relatively close to the house. I would suggest checking the Virginia is For Lovers Springtime Virginia schedule if your are looking for something to do. Just don't say you are bored!************************************************************************************Maymont Flower & Garden Show with the Mac Events Home Show is next weekend! More info, click here.February 19 - 22
Thursday 2/19 1p-9p, Friday 2/20 10a-9p, Saturday 2/21 10a-9p, Sunday 2/21 11a-5pat the Greater Richmond Convention Center The marketplace vendors alone can be worth the trip!
************************************************************************************Richmond Craftsmen's Spring Classic Arts & Crafts Festival March 13-15, 2009at the Richmond Raceway ComplexMarch 13, 2009– Fri. (10am – 8pm)March 14, 2009– Sat. (10am – 6pm)March 15, 2009– Sun. (11am – 5pm)Get your $1.00 off coupon here.

BUSCH GARDENS Williamsburg opens MARCH 28!This means they are open for Spring Break. The entire 2009 Operating schedule is here.The Virginia Resident Fun Card is a great deal. Pay to get in for a day and then you can return all Spring and Summer for free! Ages 3 and up need a ticket. Save a little by buying your parking pass on-line as well.They have a new section this year - Sesame Street Forest of Fun.
************************************************************************************Bizarre Bazaar Spring ShowFriday April 3 10-7Saturday April 4 10-7Sunday April 5 10-5at the Richmond Raceway Complex
************************************************************************************Short Pump Town Center MallSpring Petting Farm April 4 April 5 April 11
Saturdays 11-5 Sundays 1-5
Come visit baby bunnies, lambs, goats, a pony and more...The Spring Petting Farm is located in the Main Plaza, and is held weather permitting. Admission is free

************************************************************************************Corinth United Methodist Church Yard Sale to benefit American Cancer Society's Relay for Life on Saturday, April 11 in Goochland Courthouse next to the Wachovia Bank.

All proceeds will benefit the 2009 Goochland Relay for Life to be held in May.

$1.00 off coupon here.Register to win 10 free tickets to the show here.Coupons for free items at exhibitors here.

************************************************************************************The Goochland High School 2009 All Night Graduation committee will holding a yard sale on Saturday, April 18 at the Fairgrounds Building. Information for table reservations contact Sonia Yancey at Sonia.yancey@vacu.orgInformation here.

************************************************************************************Virginia Historic Garden WeekApril 18-25America's Oldest and Largest House and Garden Tour ProgramTuckahoe Plantation is on the tour and right here in Goochland County. I've posted photos from there numerous times on my blog.

Spring Garden Fest !! 9am - 3pm, April 25, 2009 at J.Sargeant Reynolds Community College - Western Campus. A gardening festival featuring classes,workshops, demonstrations, displays, and plant and garden vendors.Click here to see the brochure with complete schedule of classes and events. Presented by Goochland-Powhatan Master Gardeners in Cooperation with J. Seargeant Reynolds Community College and Virginia Cooperative Extension.

************************************************************************************May 2nd - Goochland Farmer's Market OPENS!Runs every Saturday from May 2 - October 31 8am-12pm at Grace Church 2955 River Road West Goochland

************************************************************************************Goochland County Spring Festival 10-4 at County Administration Building Saturday May 2nd For more information click here
************************************************************************************The Fan District Association do House & Garden tours as well. The Fan Woman's Club has a Kitchen and Garden Tour scheduled for May 3.************************************************************************************
Wednesday, May 6 KATE'S DAY at the Women's Correctional Center in Goochland. Plant Sale. Starts at 3pm

************************************************************************************Goochland County High School's Drama Dogs Club / Players present the Wizard of Oz! May 8, May 9, & May 10Check http://www.glnd.k12.va.us/index/news/the_wizard_of_oz/ website for more information.

Friday, February 13, 2009

The first post I put up about the Daisy Garden was on January 25. Click here to see it.

These are the most recent photos of our plants, taken Saturday the 7th, 33 days after planting at the January 5th Daisies meeting.They are getting great southern exposure to get the most sun during these Winter days. They are all doing well and may need to be repotted soon as most have some roots coming out of the bottom of their little pots. I'll see what I can do within the next week.

Sunday, February 8, 2009

I finally saw a blooming crocus in my yard today. It is a yellow one at the mailbox. I was pulling out of the driveway so I did not get a photo but will certainly take a look tomorrow.

Other years I saw them by end of January or 1st of February. I guess the cold snap we had made them a little late.

I also have a regular salad bar for the rabbits and deer over Mimi's grave so I don't think I'll see any of those bulbs blooming unless its wabbit season?

The last 2 days have been near or above 70 so it has been beautiful. Enough to open windows and let the air in through the screen door. However, I don't feel Spring Fever yet. The grass is not green, the flowering quince and the neighbor's forsythia are not showing any color. We get these warm days throughout the Winter season here in Central VA. The neighbor golfs year round and bike owners keep year round insurance because they ride all year long. Not like the NE.

The daffodils in the front garden are poking through the mulch. Reminding me once again that they need to be moved. They were hastily planted right in a row. Not the best idea.

What's a gardener to do?

Of course I am sifting through my Spring seed and plant catalogs as well. Doing some planning. I'm also photographing some of the dreariest spots of the yard at this time of year. Maybe I can help the view a bit for next year.

I don't even know that I'll share them. It is a sad sight.

I have been busy rooting cuttings, dividing crowded pots and potting up the divisions.

I love coleus and I do my best to keep my cuttings going so I am not buying all new coleus every year. This variety does the best for me.
This is one of 2 of this root bound plant. I cannot recall its name right now. I'll get back to you on that.

This is what I have potted up so far. At some point I'll need to set up a table at the Farmer's Market in town to get rid of some of these!

Aloe anyone? I have a bunch more in a bowl waiting for me to pot them up!

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